Sagittaria subulata, commonly known as Dwarf Sagittaria, is a hardy, fast-growing aquatic plant perfect for beginners and experienced aquascapers alike. This grassy, rosette-forming plant is highly adaptable, thriving in a wide range of water parameters and lighting conditions.
Its compact form under high light makes it an excellent choice for the foreground, while in lower light it gracefully stretches taller, offering a natural transition to the midground. Easy to propagate through runners, this species is ideal for creating a dynamic, lush aquascape with minimal effort.
Scientific Name: Sagittaria subulata
Common Name: Dwarf Sagittaria
Growth Form: Rosette-style with narrow, ribbon-shaped leaves
Placement: Foreground to midground
Light Requirement: Low to high
CO₂ Requirement: Optional (encourages more compact growth)
Growth Rate: Fast
Color: Bright to medium green
Temperature Range: 68°F to 82°F (20°C to 28°C)
pH Range: 6.0–8.0
🌾 Nutrient Substrate:
Not Required – Performs well in inert substrates, though root tabs can boost growth
🌤 Can Be Grown Emersed:
Yes – Grows in emersed form with broader, greener foliage; ideal for paludariums and Wabi-Kusa setups
Foreground to Midground Flexibility: Stays short under bright light or reaches upward in low light
Spreads via Runners: Naturally forms a dense colony over time
Ideal for Beginners: Extremely hardy and tolerant of varying water conditions
Grassy Texture: Adds a wild, natural feel to aquascapes and provides cover for fish and shrimp
Sold as Bare-root Plants, Bunched Plants, or Potted Plants:
Bare-root plants | Approx. 6 loose bare-root plants
Bunched plants | Approx. 6 rooted plants bundled with foam and lead weight
Potted plants | Approx. 6 rooted plants in a net pot with rock wool
Pictures are sample representations. Actual plants may vary in size, shape, and color depending on growing conditions. Unless specified, we do not guarantee aquatic plants will be free of pests, pesticides, or that they will grow submerged or emersed.
Return Policy: All sales are final
24 Hours Live Arrival Guarantee* - In a rare case of live stocks dead on arrival, we must be notified within 24 hours by the same day of delivery. Please take clear photos of the damaged product and send it to us within 24 hours. Live Arrival Guarantee will be void after 24 hours of delivery. All replacements are considered final and we will not replace the replacement.
Please be aware that our Live Arrival Guarantee is subject to certain conditions. Specifically, the guarantee will not be applicable in cases where the package is marked as 'invalid address', 'undeliverable' or is 'returned to sender.' This includes situations such as a vacant delivery address, a missing apartment number, or any other issues that prevent the postal service from delivering your package.
It is crucial to provide accurate and complete shipping information to ensure the successful delivery of your order and the applicability of the Live Arrival Guarantee.
Please keep in mind that Live Arrival Guarantee only guarantees that live stocks will be alive upon arrival. We cannot guarantee that you will continue to have success with them. Many factors, including the aquarium environment, water quality, nutrient, temperature, lighting, filter, and CO2 system, can contribute to the failure to grow live plants and live animals.
Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.
However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.
Please review your state's regulations on restricted plants, as we are committed to not shipping plants that are restricted in your area. Do not release any plants into the wild or waterways, as this can harm local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.
Your cooperation in protecting the environment is appreciated. For continuously updated information, refer to the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.
Thank you for your responsible commitment to environmental preservation.
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